STRUFFOLI

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 4h12m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups flour, plus extra for dusting
1 large lemon, zested (about 2 teaspoons)
1/2 large orange, zested (about 2 teaspoons)
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 stick (2 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon white wine, such as pinot grigio
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Canola oil, for frying
1 cup honey
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 cups hazelnuts, toasted (see Cook's Note)
Vegetable oil cooking spray
Sugar sprinkles, for decoration
Powdered sugar, for dusting, optional

Steps:

  • For the dough: In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together 2 cups of flour, lemon zest, orange zest, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add the eggs, wine, and vanilla. Pulse until the mixture forms into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Cut the dough into 4 equal-sized pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each piece of dough until 1/4-inch thick. Cut each piece of dough into 1/2-inch wide strips. Cut each strip of pastry into 1/2-inch pieces. Roll each piece of dough into a small ball about the size of a hazelnut. Lightly dredge the dough balls in flour, shaking off any excess. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour enough oil to fill the pan about a third of the way. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil reaches 375 degrees F. (If you don't have a thermometer a cube of bread will brown in about 3 minutes.). In batches, fry the dough until lightly golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. (The rested and quartered dough can also be rolled on a floured work surface into 1/2-inch thick logs and cut into equal-sized 1/2-inch pieces. The dough pieces can then be rolled into small balls and fried as above).
  • In a large saucepan, combine the honey, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the fried dough and hazelnuts and stir until coated in the honey mixture. Allow the mixture to cool in the pan for 2 minutes.
  • Spray the outside of a small, straight-sided water glass with vegetable oil cooking spray and place in the center of a round platter. Using a large spoon or damp hands, arrange the struffoli and hazelnuts around the glass to form a wreath shape. Drizzle any remaining honey mixture over the struffoli. Allow to set for 2 hours (can be made 1 day in advance). Decorate with sprinkles and dust with powdered sugar, if using. Remove the glass from the center of the platter and serve.

Ronald Serrano
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These struffoli are a new family favorite.


Phyo Thi Ha
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These struffoli were the perfect addition to my holiday table. They were a hit with my guests.


Lunga Bangani
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat.


dedan punk
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Overall, these struffoli were a great success! They were easy to make and they tasted delicious.


Rafsan Roni
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These struffoli were a bit dry, but the honey syrup helped to make them more moist.


Allan Wise
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These were easy to make and delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Aasiyo Ilwaad
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I've made these struffoli several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Pappa - Jerr
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These were the best struffoli I've ever had! The honey syrup was perfect.


moustafa Hussen
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I made these struffoli for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Patrisha Alozius
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These struffoli were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Charles Addo
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I was a bit skeptical about making these because I'm not a great baker, but they were actually really easy to make and they turned out delicious.


rumana tv
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These were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect.


VFP Cinema
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I made these struffoli for my Italian grandmother and she said they were the best she had ever had. She even asked for the recipe!


muigai muhoho
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These struffoli were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.


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